Police Arrested Another 75 People Who Are Suspected to Be Secret Society Members

Aspire to be a gangster? Always wanted to walk like the wind is behind you?

Well, then you better sign up for the Singapore Police Force (SPF) because like Hougang NPC had said, they’re the only gang in town.

Sign up for anyone other than them and, well, you might just find yourself in trouble, just like these 75 people.

Police Arrested Another 75 People Who Are Suspected to Be Secret Society Members

On 31 Dec, the last day of 2020, it was reported that police officers from various divisions banded together to nab 75 people suspected to be secret society members.

The massive operation included officers from:

• Criminal Investigation Department
• Central Police Division
• Clementi Police Division
• Tanglin Police Division
• Ang Mo Kio Police Division
• Bedok Police Division
• Woodlands Police Division

The men were between 16 and 54 years old and were rounded up in an islandwide operation that took place between 24 and 30 Dec 2020.

Proactive checks were conducted at various “congregation hotspots” and shopping malls during this period by the officers.

Investigations into the men are ongoing.

Stepping Up Enforcement Checks During The Festive Season

In their statement, SPF said that there is “zero tolerance for secret society activities” and they will take action against anyone who chooses to be involved in gangs.

Anyone who is guilty of being a member of a secret society can be fined up to S$5,000, jailed up to three years, or both.

SPF advises that people steer clear of secret society activities, and if they have information, to report those engaging in such activities to the police.

Last week, the SPF arrested 24 other men on similar grounds.

From 15 to 26 Dec 2020, the SPF had carried out an operation to shut down criminal activities islandwide, including places like Clark Quay, Boat Quay and Orchard Road.

In total, SPF arrested 67 people in the entire operation, including 36 people caught partying at an unlicensed entertainment centre.

The offences include vice-related activities, illegal gambling, being members of unlawful societies and drug-related offences.

Five massage parlours were also caught for operating without a valid license.

Investigations are ongoing for the cases and SPF says it’ll continue to clamp down on criminal activities during the year-end festive season.

Feature Image: SPF